Bonchon Takoyaki
Price & Calories 2026
Japanese-style octopus balls topped with Kewpie mayo, katsu sauce, and scallions. A unique starter on the Bonchon menu — crispy outside, soft and savory inside, topped with bold Japanese-Korean flavors.
Japanese Street Food With a Korean Twist
Takoyaki is one of Japan's most iconic street foods — round dumplings made from a savory batter, cooked in a special molded pan until they form a crispy outer shell with a soft, molten center. Bonchon's version stays true to this tradition: each ball is filled with real octopus (tako), cooked until golden on the outside and creamy inside, then finished with three classic Japanese toppings.
The toppings are what make Bonchon Takoyaki distinctive. Each order comes drizzled with Kewpie mayo (a richer, creamier Japanese mayo) and katsu sauce (a sweet, tangy Worcestershire-based sauce), then finished with scallions for freshness. The combination of creamy, sweet-tangy, and fresh toppings over a crispy-soft ball is a texture and flavor experience you won't find anywhere else on the Bonchon menu.
At $9.99, Takoyaki is the most adventurous and unique starter at Bonchon — and the most conversation-starting item on the table. It is a good choice for first-timers who want to try something beyond the usual fried chicken starters.
Price, Toppings & Details
* Prices may vary by location. Portion size varies by location.
What Makes Takoyaki Taste the Way It Does
Every Bonchon Takoyaki order comes with all three toppings applied together — you do not choose. Understanding each topping helps you appreciate why the combination works.
How It Compares
Takoyaki Calories Breakdown
Nutrition below is for a full Takoyaki order (386 calories total). The Kewpie mayo topping contributes significantly to the fat content — it is what gives Takoyaki its rich, creamy quality.
* Estimates only. Exact nutrition varies by location and portion size.
Takoyaki FAQ
Bonchon Takoyaki costs $9.99 per order. Prices may vary slightly by location. It is mid-range among Bonchon starters — more than Edamame ($6.25) and Shrimp Shumai ($8.99), but less than Potstickers ($12.49) and Bulgogi Fries ($13.99).
Bonchon Takoyaki contains 386 calories per order. The Kewpie mayo topping contributes a significant portion of the fat and calories. It is a moderate-calorie starter — heavier than Shrimp Shumai (280) but much lighter than Bulgogi Fries (1,007).
Takoyaki are round balls made from a savory wheat flour batter with pieces of real octopus (tako) inside. They are cooked in a special molded pan until crispy on the outside and soft inside, then topped with Kewpie mayo, katsu sauce, and fresh scallions.
Takoyaki has a crispy outside and soft, creamy inside. The octopus filling is mild and slightly chewy. The toppings do most of the flavor work — Kewpie mayo adds richness, katsu sauce adds sweet-tangy depth, and scallions add freshness. The overall taste is savory, rich, and umami-forward.
Yes — Bonchon Takoyaki is approachable for first-timers. The octopus flavor is mild and not fishy. The dominant flavors are the creamy Kewpie mayo and the sweet-tangy katsu sauce, both of which are familiar and easy to enjoy. Order one portion to share and try a piece before committing to a full order.
Yes — Takoyaki contains shellfish/seafood (octopus), wheat (in the batter), eggs (in the Kewpie mayo), and soy. Not suitable for seafood, gluten, or egg allergies. Always inform your server of any allergies.
Authentic Japanese Takoyaki often uses bonito flakes (katsuobushi) as a topping — Bonchon's version uses scallions instead, which fits better with the Korean-fusion menu. The core preparation — round batter ball, octopus filling, Kewpie mayo and katsu sauce — stays true to the original Japanese street food tradition.
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